Period:

Korean War (1950-1953)

Rank:

Major

Unit:

425th Transportation Traffic Regulation Group, Eighth Army, U.S. Army

Awarded on:

May 13th, 1952

Citation:
"For meritorious service in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in Korea during the period 21 January 1951 to 30 April 1952. Serving as Rail Transportation Regulating Officer and later as Transportation Movements Officer, and charged with the numerous intricate details attendant to these positions, Major Wilson consistently carried out his many duties in an exemplary matter. His sound judgement, outstanding professional ability, and constant attention to duty earned him the deep respect and admiration of all those with whom he worked and contributed immeasurably to the succes achieved by his group in accomplishing its important mission, The meritorious service rendered by Major Wilson throughout this period materially furthered the cause of the United Nations in Korea and reflects great credit on himself and the military service."

General Orders No. 247, 13 May 1952

Second BSM awarded in the form of an oak leaf cluster to be worn on the ribbon of the first BSM.